Looking for fun ways to keep the kids busy during April break? Whether your child is into sports, hands-on crafts, science experiments, or exploring the outdoors, there are tons of local programs happening all week long. With everything from single-day events to week-long camps, there’s something for everyone. It’s the perfect opportunity for kids to try something new, meet friends, and stay active—while parents get a little time to get work done or recharge!

Before we jump into the April vacation - a big thank you to Follow Your Art (FYA) Melrose for sponsoring this guide. Learn about the opportunities they provide our community below, including new programming for spring.

April Vacation Camps

Below are April vacation camp options in our communities, with options for full weeks and drop-ins, as well as full- and half-day sessions.

Follow Your Art (FYA) Melrose: Rock Out

Thank you to FYA for sponsoring Macaroni KID Wakefield!

FYA Melrose has creative fun planned for April Break! Students will create their own star personas, prop instruments, and more in this visual art and theatre experience! Singing is not required, as the focus will be on the story and events surrounding the "star" personas and bands, and not performing songs. The day will be split into Theatre and Studio Art time, with a break for lunch. Financial aid is available through Arts for All, and you can apply here prior to registration.

Grades/Ages: K-5th grade
Dates: Tuesday, April 22 - Friday, April 25, 2025
Times: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cost: $385 for the 4-day camp
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Code Wiz Reading: Design Your Own Roblox Games OR Robotics and 3D Design

Thank you to Code Wiz for sponsoring Macaroni KID Wakefield!

Design Your Own Roblox Games: Students will learn how to create their own immersive 3D worlds and games using Roblox Studio, a platform that allows kids to become game developers. This class will introduce essential game design principles and coding concepts, empowering students to build their own interactive experiences in Roblox. By the end of the camp, students will have developed their own playable games.

Robotics and 3D Design: This camp combines hands-on learning with LEGO® EV3 MINDSTORMS® and SPIKE to teach kids how to design, build, and program robots. Students will explore core programming concepts like sequencing, loops, conditionals, and events while working with sensors such as Gyro, Ultrasonic, Color, and Touch. The drag-and-drop interface makes coding accessible and fun, allowing students to progress from simple commands to complex algorithms. Campers will also dive into 3D design and printing using Tinkercad and Blender, creating their own objects and bringing them to life with a 3D printer.

Ages: 7-13
Dates: Monday, April 21 - Friday, April 25, 2025
Times: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. or 1-4 p.m.
Cost: $375/week (choose morning or afternoon session)
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Kidcasso: April Doll House Campcasso

The team at Kidcasso invites kids ages 5-12 to join them as they pull out all of their dollhouse favorites, wallpapering, painting, furniture design, and so much more!

Ages: 5-12
Dates: Monday, April 21 - Thursday, April 24, 2025
Times: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Cost: $240 for 4 days
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Reading Gymnastics

Gymnastics lovers can join Reading Gymnastics for either a half- or full-day camp during April vacation. They will stay active, learn new skills, and have plenty of fun!

Ages: 3.5 and up
Dates: Tuesday, April 22 - Friday, April 25, 2025
Times: 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. (full day); 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (half day)
Cost: Full day: $255 for 2 days or $325 for 4 days; Half day: $190 for 2 days or $245 for 4 days
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The Ride Cafe: Kids Learn to Ride Series

If you think your child is ready to gain confidence to ride away on their pedal bike without training wheels, drop them off for The Ride Cafe’s Kids Learn to Ride Series. Designed for kids beginning their journey towards learning how to ride a pedal bike or for those who recently learned, participants are divided up by skill and confidence level for the fun games and activities to create independent and confident little riders. The session includes a bike adjustment, helmet fitting, and lessons focused on balance and coordination, steering and braking, goal gliding, pedaling, and street safety. Rentals are not included, but you can rent them via The Ride Cafe.

Ages: 4-8
Dates: Monday, April 21 - Friday, April 25, 2025
Times: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 1-4 p.m. sessions
Cost: $55/session (2 class minimum)
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Stone Zoo (Stoneham): Zoo Done It?

Join Zoo New England this April Vacation at either the Stone Zoo or Franklin Park Zoo! Each day is its own unique session with a different theme - all centered around a “Zoo Done It?” mystery theme. These programs will challenge participants to investigate three different themed days of questions and intrigue to unmask our mystery animal culprits. Participants will collect clues through games, hands-on activities, crafts, and animal encounters.

Ages: 6-9 years old
Dates: Monday, April 21 - Friday, April 25, 2025
Times: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; extended care options available
Cost Per Day: $70 members and $80 non-members; $20 each for before/after care
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More April Vacation Fun

Check back either here on our full event calendar as new family-friendly events are regularly added.

MONDAY, APRIL 21

April Vacation Camp & Activity Guide 2025

April Vacation Camps

Follow Your Art (FYA) Melrose: Rock Out

Code Wiz Reading: Design Your Own Roblox Games OR Robotics and 3D Design

Kidcasso: April Doll House Campcasso

Reading Gymnastics

The Ride Cafe: Kids Learn to Ride Series

Stone Zoo (Stoneham): Zoo Done It?

More April Vacation Fun

MONDAY, APRIL 21

April Vacation Week @ Stone Zoo

TUESDAY, APRIL 22

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23

THURSDAY, APRIL 24

FRIDAY, APRIL 25

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